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Farida Parveen
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Parveen at the Universal Sufi Festival 2017
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| Native name |
ফরিদা পারভীন
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| Born | 31 December 1954 |
| Origin | Natore District, East Bengal, Dominion of Pakistan |
| Died | 13 September 2025 (aged 70) |
| Genres | Lalon, folk |
| Occupation(s) | singer |
| Instruments | instrumental, vocal |
| Years active | 1968–2025 |
Farida Parveen (born December 31, 1954 – died September 13, 2025) was a famous Bangladeshi folk singer. She was often called "the Queen of Lalon song" because of her beautiful singing style. Farida Parveen received important awards for her music, including the Ekushey Padak in 1987 and the Bangladesh National Film Award for Best Female Playback Singer in 1993 for her work in the film Andho Prem.
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Farida Parveen's Early Life and Musical Start
Farida Parveen was born in Natore District and grew up in Kushtia, a city in Bangladesh. Her father worked in health services. As a child, she loved to play the harmonium, which is a musical instrument similar to a small organ.
In 1968, when she was about 14 years old, she began singing for Rajshahi Betar, a radio station, as a Nazrul singer. She later studied at Kushtia Government College, which is part of Rajshahi University.
Farida Parveen learned music from many talented teachers. She first took lessons from Komal Chakrabarti. Then, she learned classical music from Ustaad Ibrahim Khan, Ustad Rabindranath Ray, Ustad Osman Goni, and Ustad Motaleb Biswas. She also learned Nazrul songs from Ustad Mir Muzaffar Ali and Ustad Abdul Qadir. Later, she discovered and learned Lalon music from Moksed Ali Shai, which became a very important part of her career.
Farida Parveen's Singing Career
Farida Parveen began her singing journey with Nazrul Sangeet, a type of music inspired by the poet Kazi Nazrul Islam. In 1973, she became well-known for singing the patriotic song Ei Padma Ei Meghna. She also performed the famous Lalon song Shatyo Bol Shupothey Chol.
She sang many other popular songs, including Tomra Bhulei Gechho Mallikadir Naam and Nindar Kanta Jodi. Most of her performances featured Lalon songs, which are spiritual folk songs from Bangladesh.
Farida Parveen shared her music with audiences around the world. For example, in 2014, she performed at a sufi festival in Belgium. In 2015, she sang in New Delhi, India, during a celebration for Pohela Boishakh, the Bengali New Year.
Farida Parveen's Family Life
Farida Parveen was married to Abu Zafar, who was a talented lyricist and composer. He lived from 1943 to 2024.
Farida Parveen's Music
Here are some of the songs and albums Farida Parveen recorded:
Popular Songs
- "Ei Padma Ei Meghna"
- "Barir Kache Arshi Nogor"
- "Shatyo Bol Shupothey Chol"
- "Tomra Bhulei Gechho Mallikader Naam"
- "Nindar Kata Jodi"
- "Porga Namaz Jene Shune"
Music Albums
- Khachar Vitor Ochin Pakhi
- Kishoree Bou
- Milon Hobe Koto Dine
- Nindar Kata
- Pap Punner Kotha
- Shomoi Gele Shodhan Hobena
- Tomra Vule Gacho
Awards and Recognition
Farida Parveen received many awards for her amazing contributions to music:
- Feroza Begum Memorial Gold Medal (2019)
- Fukuoka Asian Culture Prize (2008)
- Bangladesh National Film Award for Best Female Playback Singer (1993)
- Ekushey Padak (1987)
- Anannya Top Ten Awards (2008)
Farida Parveen's Passing
Farida Parveen had been unwell for some time due to kidney problems. On September 2nd, she received medical care at Universal Medical College Hospital. Her health then became worse, and she was admitted to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) for special treatment. On September 10th, doctors decided to use a ventilator to help her breathe. Sadly, she passed away on September 13th, 2025.
